Pre-College/Youth Programs
Summer Youth Programs
Kids U
NEW for 2008!
Super Summer Program for Kids Ages 8-12
Session 1: July 14-18
Session 2: July 21-25
Session 3: July 28-August 1
Session 4: August 4-8
Half-day fee: $99 per session
Full-day fee: $188 per session
SPECIAL FEATURES
- 32 classes to choose from - held on the SOU Ashland Campus
- Options of morning (10:00am-12noon) or afternoon (1:00-3:00pm) sessions
- FREE supervision for lunch period and escort to class for students in full day sessions
- Lunch supervision by a staff of trained college student counselors
To see an overview of HOW TO REGISTER - click here
Register online for July 14-18, Session 1 - click here
Register online for July 21-25, Session 2 - click here
Register online for July 28-August 1, Session 3: click here
Register online for August 4-8, Session 4: click here
To receive the Kids U full-day discount when registering online, you must enter the code “fullday” for both the morning and afternoon sessions on the My Shopping Cart page.
PLEASE NOTE: Those registered for sessions of Kids U will be sent an information packet with important program details.
View Instructor Bios
SESSION I: July 14-18
Morning Classes, 10:00 am-noon
Comic Book Creation
Calling all comic book lovers! Work with an art and writing instructor to develop your own comic from start to finish. Learn how to create a storyboard and develop characters, action scenes, and settings. You will ink and tone several comic frames using professional materials.
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Marion Ady 101
Course No: 400041
Fee: $99
Explosive Science
Jump aboard this exciting ride as you explore things that blow up. You will learn the science behind soda spraying out of a can, Old Faithful, building implosion, earthquakes, solar flares, rockets, and more. Have safe fun as you make your own mini-rockets, volcanoes, and Mentos fountains.
Instructor: Paul Hampton
Location: Campbell C
Course No: 400042
Fee: $99
Hot on the Court - Cool in the Pool
Whether you want to improve your game or are just a beginning player, you can learn all about tennis in one week! You will learn the basic strokes, serving, and how to play a match. After heating it up on the court, you will cool down in the SOU pool with fun water games.
Instructor: Kim Rooklyn
Location: McNeal Tennis Courts
Course No: 400043
Fee: $99
Movie-Making Magic
Learn all the filmmaking elements - scripts, props, costumes, directing, cameras, and more. Create original scripts, then shoot the movie using digital video equipment. The last day will be movie day, so bring your family and enjoy some treats.
Instructor: Brandon Givens
Location: Campbell A
Course No: 400044
Fee: $99
Afternoon Classes, 1:00-3:00 pm
Castles and Catapults
Learn about the history of castles and catapults as you learn to draw them. Then construct your own clay castles, dragons, and wooden catapults. Improve your art skills, no matter what you level. Let your imagination soar in this medieval setting.
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Marion Ady 101
Course No: 400045
Fee: $99
Fencing Fun
Whether you aspire to be a swashbuckler, heroine, or future Olympian, this session is for you! Come take part in a recreational and competitive sport described as "chess at 1,000 miles an hour." You will learn fun and safe fencing skills and etiquette as you join in one-on-one swordplay and exciting group games with the nationally certified instructors of Southern Oregon Fencing Center. Note: All equipment supplied.
Instructor: Ron Kilby
Location: McNeal 132 Dance Room
Course No: 400046
Fee: $99
Lego Engineers
Explore how to build and program robots using the Lego Mindstorm Robotics Invention System. Learn physics at its best as you build programmable Lego machines that really go. Come ready for teamwork and fun.
Instructor: Matthew Pradella
Location: Campbell A
Course No: 400047
Fee: $99
Kitchen Science
Have fun as you mix science and culinary arts while you experiment with products from your kitchen. Become a chemist and make jumping raisins, mystery inks, scented flubber, and slime. Then hang up your lab coat and put on your chef's hat as you learn to make quick and healthy foods for your friends and family to enjoy.
Instructor: Claudia Michelli
Location: Science 165
Course No: 400048
Fee: $99
SESSION II: July 21-25
Morning Classes, 10:00 am-noon
Amazing Animal Illustration
Learn how to draw some of the world's most recognizable animals (such as elephants, wolves, bears, sea life, and reptiles) in their environment by creating a large map with realistic drawings of the animals in their dwellings. Learn about these amazing animals and their habitats and behaviors, as well as the challenges facing animals and conservationists today.
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Marion Ady 101
Course No: 410041
Fee: $99
Extreme Sports
This class is all about sports and fun! Have a blast learning the basics of indoor climbing, kayaking, and ultimate Frisbee! Bring lots of water and a swimsuit and plan to enjoy yourself in this extreme sports challenge.
Instructor: Robert Ginsbach
Location: McNeal Rock Wall
Course No: 410042
Fee: $99
Forensic Detectives
Become a detective and conduct forensic science tests on evidence found at a crime scene. Learn how to extract fingerprints, test for DNA, and analyze blood splatters from a mock crime scene. You will be introduced to genetics as you experience real-life science and see if you can crack this mystery!
Instructor: Paul Hampton
Location: Science 165
Course No: 410043
Fee: $99
Japanese Art and Culture
Explore the beauty of Japan through cultural and artistic experiences. You will learn how to write Japanese calligraphy (called shuiji) with brush and ink while experiencing the sounds of Japanese musical instruments. You'll use origami-folding paper to form flowers and animal figures and make Japanese clay pinch pots to be fired and glazed.
Instructor: Wataru Sugiyama
Location: Marion Ady 102
Course No: 410044
Fee: $99
Afternoon Classes, 1:00-3:00 pm
Hip Hop and All That Jazz
This high-energy class will have you moving to the latest music and beats that influence some of today's hottest choreographers. You will learn fundamental moves such as pop, drop, and lockin'; freestyle; and various routines of this new dance craze. This class provides a fun, challenging, and age-appropriate workout that will give you the opportunity to develop your own sense of style.
Instructor: Kristina Walker
Location: McNeal 132 Dance Room
Course No: 410045
Fee: $99
It Takes Guts, Brains, and More!
As a young biologist, you will learn to use proper dissection techniques as you explore both external and internal anatomy. Taking an inside look at different animals and their guts, brains, and more, you'll be able to see how these animals are specifically adapted to their environments.
Instructor: Sarah Swanson
Location: Campbell C
Course No: 410046
Fee: $99
GarageBand
Welcome to SOU's school of rock. Explore Apple's music creation software as you learn the essentials of GarageBand, a program that has over 1,000 prerecorded loops, tracks for live recordings, and effects like reverb and panning. Learn audio recording for your own podscasts. Note: Basic computer skills needed for this class!
Instructor: Robert Luaders
Location: Britt 251
Course No: 410047
Fee: $99
Mummies and Mysteries
Get'wrapped up' in history as you learn about ancient Egypt. Bring this knowledge alive as you do hands-on projects like creating a mummy, building a pyramid, and making a detailed map of the Nile. You will use a variety of mediums such as pencil, chalk, clay, papier maché, and more.
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Marion Ady 101
Course No: 410048
Fee: $99
SESSION III: July 28-August 1
Morning Classes, 10:00 am-noon
Extreme Animals: Planet's Dangerous Predators
What are the most dangerous creatures on earth? Don't be fooled by their size! Learn all about our planet's most dangerous predators found on land and in water. You will learn what makes these animals, mammals, and reptiles so dangerous. Come explore the lives of vipers, tiger snakes, scorpions, mosquitoes, jellyfish, sharks, and crocodiles.
Instructor: Sarah Swanson
Location: Campbell A
Course No: 420041
Fee: $99
Hot on the Court - Cool in the Pool
Whether you want to improve your game or are just a beginning player, you can learn all about tennis in one week! You will learn the basic strokes, serving, and how to play a match. After heating it up on the court, you will cool down in the SOU pool with fun water games.
Instructor: Kim Rooklyn
Location: McNeal Tennis Courts
Course No: 420042
Fee: $99
Snap to It Photography
Come explore the world of digital photography and learn about cameras, taking pictures, and how to upload and manipulate photos. You will explore the elements of a successful photograph - brightness, contrast, and uniqueness of images. You will also visit Orville's Photography Studio in downtown Ashland and see firsthand how a professional portrait studio works. All levels of experience welcome. Note: Bring pictures on a CD and/or your camera if you have one.
Instructor: Orville Hector
Location: Computing Services PC East
Course No: 420043
Fee: $99
Worlds of Clay
Express yourself with clay while creating small imaginative dwellings from your favorite stories or movies like Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, and Wallace and Gromit. You will experiment with a variety of modeling and constructing techniques. Make parts of a village that you will take home.
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Campbell C
Course No: 420044
Fee: $99
Afternoon Classes, 1:00-3:00 pm
Bath and Beauty Science
Impress your friends with healthy, radiant skin using herbal body care products just right for you. You will learn how to create your own herbal steams, masks, toners and cleaners, moisturizers, perfumes, and more. Look and feel marvelous, naturally.
Instructor: Claudia Michelli
Location: Science 165
Course No: 420045
Fee: $99
Fencing Fun
Whether you aspire to be a swashbuckler, heroine, or future Olympian, this session is for you! Come take part in a recreational and competitive sport described as "chess at 1,000 miles an hour." You will learn fun and safe fencing skills and etiquette as you join in one-on-one swordplay and exciting group games with the nationally certified instructors of Southern Oregon Fencing Center. Note: All equipment supplied.
Instructor: Ron Kilby
Location: McNeal 132 Dance Room
Course No: 420046
Fee: $99
Monster Anatomy
Learn how to draw elves, dwarves, orchs, trolls, fairies, dragons, and other creatures from an understanding of their anatomy. You will also create a large map depicting realistic drawings of their dwellings, caves, mountains, forests, rivers, roads, trails, and as many details as you can imagine!
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Marion Ady 102
Course No: 420047
Fee: $99
Video Game Design
Immerse yourself in the world of video games as you learn about the exciting game-making process and explore software designed for new media. Learn basic game design concepts while creating your own video game to email to your friends. You've been gaming for hours at a time - now be the mastermind behind it.
Instructor: Robert Luaders
Location: Britt 251
Course No: 420048
Fee: $99
SESSION IV: August 4-8
Morning Classes, 10:00 am-noon
A Wide World of Sports
This class is all about sports you've probably never played! Have a blast learning the basics and improving your skills in sports like lacrosse, racquetball, archery, and martial arts! Plan on having a good time challenging yourself with a new sport.
Instructor: SOU Staff
Location: McNeal Pavilion
Course No: 430043
Fee: $99
Lego Engineers
Explore how to build and program robots using the Lego Mindstorm Robotics Invention System. Learn physics at its best as you build programmable Lego machines that really go. Come ready for teamwork and fun.
Instructor: Cynthia Hewitt
Location: Campbell A
Course No: 430044
Fee: $99
Manga Madness
Calling all Manga enthusiasts! This class is designed for beginning or returning students who wish to advance their skills in basic drawing and Manga-style Japanese animation. Learn how to draw facial expressions, hands, clothing folds, and more. You will also learn how to ink and tone finished work.
Instructor: Craig Honeycutt
Location: Marion Ady 101
Course No: 430045
Fee: $99
The Talent Express
Express yourself on stage and in class while you develop stage presence and confidence to last a lifetime. You will create a stage persona and learn expressive skills through creative theatre games, acting techniques, and movement. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to put yourself in the spotlight!
Instructor: Shama Stewart
Location: Campbell A
Course No: 430046
Fee: $99
Afternoon Classes, 1:00-3:00 pm
Dance to the Music
Explore your capacity, physical ability, and creativity through the art of movement. Learn how to move in new and exciting ways. Discover what is meaningful to you and how to express those ideas through dance. You will realize your potential as a performer, creator, and collaborator.
Instructor: Shama Stewart
Location: McNeal 132 Dance Room
Course No: 430047
Fee: $99
It's Techspacular!
Explore our everyday world of technology from the latest podcast technologies to designing your own Nike shoes online. Investigate the hidden RFID in your morning cereal box that you knew nothing about. Come delve into your technically enhanced life and learn about Web 2.0.
Instructor: Robert Luaders
Location: Hannon Library 114
Course No: 430048
Fee: $99
Rockin' Ropes and Water
If you like to climb to new heights and are looking for some excitement, then learn how to climb like a pro on the University's climbing wall. You will learn knot-tying, belaying technique, and proper rope skills. Then take your adventurous skills to the water as you learn to kayak and do other exciting water sports in the SOU pool. Note: Bring a swimsuit.
Instructor: Robert Ginsbach
Location: McNeal Rock Wall & Pool
Course No: 430049
Fee: $99
Spies R Us!
Calling all secret agents! Take part in this ultimate spy experience. Learn about spy gadgets such as hidden cameras, radio equipment, and bugging devices. Complete your mission and solve the mystery as you learn about fingerprinting, grapho-analysis, tracking and cryptology, encoding, and more.
Instructor: Cynthia Hewitt
Location: Campbell C
Course No: 430050
Fee: $99
